The magazine that analyzes the power of Mexican municipalities in the economy, governance and Mexico's relationship with the world.

New Orleans enters 2026 with a paradox that should resonate with any Mexican mayor thinking about international competitiveness. The city is strengthening its position as a Gulf logistics platform while continuing to face persistent signals of population decline and internal reshuffling. Under the new administration of Helena “Nancy” Moreno, the debate is no longer whether New Orleans is “growing” or “shrinking,” but what kind of city its demography is producing: more profess

Binational cinema is no longer a rarity: it is a strategic tool for economic, cultural, and technological integration between Mexico and the United States. In 2024, Mexico and the U.S. were—once again—the most active coproduction pair for the country: at least 21 films were made with talent and capital from both sides, driven by logistical advantages, shared value chains, and an increasingly sophisticated production ecosystem in Mexico. The 2024 data show a Mexican industry

On the new map of the global economy, the region along the Mexico–United States border is no longer just a transit corridor—it has become a strategic hub for investment. Throughout 2024, Mexico’s northern border states—Baja California, Sonora, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas—recorded a cumulative 18.6% increase in foreign direct investment (FDI), totaling more than $17.4 billion USD, according to data from Mexico’s Ministry of Economy. This figure significantl